Cutting slots into one or both sides of a grinding wheel is a proven method for improving the wheel’s performance. The slots allow coolant to flow more freely across the surface keeping the abrasive cool and flushing away swarf.
Slotting does NOT weaken the structural integrity of the grinding wheel and it doesn’t interfere with face dressing the wheel.
Mach-B Slotting Specs include:
- Maximum of 60 slots per side. Fewer slots per side are possible, call 1-800-533-8010 for more information
- Slots can vary in length, depth and width. Contact us with your specs to find out if your configuration will work.
Slotting is a low cost solution to the problem of grinding wheel wear, particularly that of corner radius wear common in plunge grinding applications. Corner radius wear is caused by heat build-up at the intersection of the wheel sides and edge radius. Research has shown that wheels with slots manufactured or cut into them significantly increase coolant and air flow to the grinding zone. This results in superior grinding performance and longer wheel life.
Specific benefits include:
- Reduced burning and loading
- Increased wheel life
- Reduced wheel dressing